Reframing Me
So many prepare us for the transition to motherhood, but no one prepares us for how hard the transition out is, and once our kids become teens, it also can feel very solitary. The issues we face with teens are often ones we need to talk about, yet feel we can't or shouldn't. Together, we can create a community of women who, faced with growing children and changing families, are relearning how to mom, and relearning who they are as women. Grounded in family communication theory, join Dr. Jennifer Brubaker to have those conversations to help you better understand this new chapter of your life. Episodes focus on both family communication with our teens and reflection and self discovery. Dr. Brubaker has her Ph.D in Communication Studies and is an Associate Professor at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, where she has taught for 17 years. Prior to UNCW, she taught at The Ohio State University, Kent State University and the University of Toledo. Originally from Ohio, Jen lives in Wilmington, NC, with her husband, three children, three dogs, cat and a menagerie of small animals. She loves spending time with her family, traveling and all things fitness, sports and wellness. Reach out with your questions, issues or experiences to begin the conversation. Or reach out to say hi and let me know you’re listening :) Join the Reframing Me: The Podcast Community Facebook group to connect with others who are looking to relearn how to parent, now that their kids are teens, and rediscover who they are as women, beyond the framework of motherhood. Send emails to jen@reframing-me.com; or on socials: Reframing Me on FacebookAND join the Facebook group Reframing Me: The Podcast Community; @reframingme on Instagram; Reframing Me on YouTube @reframingme on TikTok
Reframing Me
Why So Angry?: Understanding and Managing Your Teen's Anger
In this episode of Reframing Me, we tackle the rising wave of anger in society—especially in teenagers—and explore how parents can effectively support their teens through these challenging emotions. We discuss the psychological, social, and biological reasons behind teen anger, from hormonal changes and brain development to academic pressures, social media overload, and family dynamics.
Key Takeaways:
- Why Society Feels Angrier Than Ever: Chronic stress, social media influence, and weakened community ties are fueling global frustration.
- The Health Impact of Anger: Chronic anger increases the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, and mental health challenges.
- Top 10 Reasons Teens Are Angry: Hormonal shifts, identity struggles, social pressures, sleep deprivation, and mental health issues are major factors.
- Effective Parenting Strategies: Learn how to manage and prevent teen anger with practical tools like open communication, emotional validation, setting boundaries, and encouraging healthy outlets.
By understanding the root causes of anger and applying empathetic communication strategies, parents can foster emotional resilience and build stronger family connections.
Listen now to discover actionable steps to help your teen manage anger and create a more peaceful home.
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